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Birthday’s, anniversaries,
Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or any other holiday, important moments are often
commemorated with a gift. Finding the right gift for those you love can be a
complex task, especially when your loved one is memory impaired. We have a set
of guidelines and gift ideas to help you give thoughtful gifts appropriate for
their memory stage.

Many families and friends
face the challenge of relocating a senior loved one impacted by memory
impairment issues like Alzheimer’s or Dimentia. This process can be a challenge
for the senior loved one often feeling confused or finding it difficult to
remember happenings from one moment to the next. For supportive family and
friends assuring your loved one of safety, security, and affection is
compounded with the tedious process of organizing the relocation itself. We
have 3 tips to help you simplify this process.

Are you considering
downsizing or moving to a “rightsized” home? Whether choosing to move now or
later, you should start asking the right questions today. Begin by evaluating why
you are considering a move and list the benefits you wish to gain and the not
so desirable qualities of your current space.

In the last 50 years, most American homes have tripled in size with each one accumulating an average of 300,000 items. As time passes and families warm these homes with loving moments and touching memories, we become connected to each item in our possession over the years.

Have you ever said “if I could just clear some of this clutter, I’d feel a lot better?” Well, you may be on to something. According to a recent Huffington Post article, clutter “has proven, tangible effects on your mental and physical well-being.”

Clutter can quickly take over any space. For busy families or couples a small amount of clutter is inevitable. This article will walk through thrifty ways to keep common areas decluttered with items you can find at estate sales, online auctions, and thrift stores.

We are excited to present the first article in our Caring Transitions Owner Expert Series written by, Caring Transitions of Rochester Owner and Realtor Karen Menachof, for Caring Transitions. When choosing housing or buying and selling real estate, the needs of older adults and their families can be complex. Often complicated by issues such as family dynamics, deteriorating health, personal loss and financial constraints. Senior Real Estate exp...

Everyone needs a place to just get away and make their own. One of the most popular places men create is the man cave. A man cave can be an office, a den, a garage or any other space from a stylish basement bar or lounge to a gamer’s paradise. According to thenest.com, “the average cost of a man cave is somewhere in the $5,000 to $10,000 range.” This article has a few ideas to make your man cave space perfect with a sensible budget, by purchasing...

Owning luxury items often has the benefit of a lifetime of use and value retention. Designer pre-loved (pre-owned) goods continuously gain demand as savvy sophisticated shoppers realize they can own luxury items for less. Online Auctions are a great way to shop for luxury brands to add to your collection. Much of the demand for pre-loved luxury goods comes from the way these goods fluctuate in value “depending on buzz around a certain designer, p...

A necessity in every kitchen are the tools used to cook a meal. In 2016 alone, retail sales of kitchen gadgets and tools were close to 1.19 billion U.S. dollars. Most pots and pans have a lifetime of 5 years or less, while other utensils like paring knives and peelers should be replaced yearly. If you’ve noticed your kitchen gadgets and tools showing signs of serious wear and tear, consider replacing them with a few of the gently used items on th...